"Hi Mindbodyspirit,

Everything you say is correct. However, check out these websites:-

http://www.in-unity.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=32&Itemid=1
http://www.catholic-jhb.org.za/articles/reiki.html
http://www.christian-reiki.org/
http://www.christianreiki.info/Page1_eng.htm
http://www.reachingoutministries.co.za/archives/article-002.php
http://www.crossveil.org/page9.html
http://www.jesus-reiki.com/
http://www.cuf.org/faithfacts/details_view.asp?ffID=200
http://www.angelfire.com/ms/seanie/newage/reiki2.html
http://www.reikistromennaargod.eu/stromen_en.htm
http://www.reikireality.be/English/Page_1.html

Please take some time to read some of the comments. There are some interesting stories there, and although the views ARE extreme, and DO NOT reflect my views as a Christian, they are strongly held beliefs.

A defining characteristic of Reiki is that it is a spiritual method of healing. That, for me, makes Reiki profoundly appealing. In my view, we must be clear and specific that there is a spiritual aspect to Reiki healing, and allow the client to make a considered choice.

Furthermore, if we mix other “new age” practices with Reiki - we should also be clear and honest about it.

My point is that it’s up to the client to make an informed choice, rather than for us to make the choice for them.

People must make the right choice for themselves.

Love,


John

Matthew 7:16-20 (King James Version)

16 Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?
17 Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit.
18 A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit.
19 Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.
20 Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them."